Skip the long lines and enjoy an intimate, memorable holiday visit with Santa Larry in Bloomington, Minnesota. Designed for groups of 6-10 kids, this experience captures the magic of the season in a cozy, welcoming setting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5–10 minutes per visit
Fitness Level
Minimal physical effort required; suitable for all children aged 6–10
Wildlife
History
Bloomington, part of the metropolitan Twin Cities area, has a rich Midwestern heritage with outdoor recreation that ties its urban and natural sides together.
Conservation
Efforts in the Bloomington area focus on maintaining green spaces and sustainable park management to balance urban use with nature preservation.
The Santa Experience
Skip the long lines and enjoy an intimate, memorable holiday visit with Santa Larry in Bloomington, Minnesota. Designed for groups of 6-10 kids, this experience captures the magic of the season in a cozy, welcoming setting.
The Santa Experience is a Bloomington, Minnesota business that offers scheduled Santa visits designed for families and guests with sensory and special needs. The Santa Experience provides a range of booked sessions that match family size and comfort level, including small-group visits and private, sensory-friendly appointments.
Sessions are hosted by several Santas—Santa Larry, Santa Herman, Santa Pat, Santa Sam, and Santa Allan—each serving different group sizes ranging from 1 to 15 children. Booking times are used to minimize waiting and provide a relaxed, intimate setting where children can share wishes and families can capture photos after the visit. Special needs visits take place in a private, quiet space and are structured to be calm and accommodating. Each special needs appointment is approximately 10 minutes long, ensuring focused time for meaningful interaction.
Families can choose visits for small groups (1–5 children), medium groups (6–10 children), or larger groups (11–15 children) depending on the listed session. Some bookings note that the booking fee contributes toward purchase. The Santa Experience focuses on predictable, scheduled interactions to reduce lines and provide a steady, comfortable environment for holiday visits in Bloomington, Minnesota.
All descriptions and options reflect the sessions and features provided by The Santa Experience as presented in the available trip listings.
Location
Bloomington, MN
Visits hosted in Bloomington, Minnesota
Santa Options
5 Santa characters
Santa Larry, Herman, Pat, Sam, Allan
Session Length
≈10 minutes
Special needs sessions are ~10 minutes
Family Visits
Group sizes 1–15
Small to larger family group options
Select a Santa, choose a time that reduces waiting, and book an inclusive visit tailored to your family's needs.
Arrive Early
Your booking time is your arrival window, not an exact slot—plan to arrive early to minimize wait times.
Limit Kids in Booking
Only include children who will be visiting Santa to ensure an accurate group size and smoother scheduling.
Bring Camera Ready
Have your camera or phone ready to capture magical moments—visits typically last 5–10 minutes depending on group interaction.
Prepare for Mild Waits
Though lines are shorter than typical, a wait of up to 30 minutes may occur—bring snacks or small toys for younger kids.
Warm Clothing
Dress children and accompanying adults in layers to stay comfortable during any wait outdoors.
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Camera or Smartphone
Capture those special moments during the Santa visit to create lasting memories.
Small Toys or Snacks
Keep kids entertained and happy if brief wait times occur before meeting Santa.
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Booking Confirmation
Bring your booking details to ensure smooth check-in and seating with Santa Larry.